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Computer Applications syllabus, dot point by dot point
Every dot point in the Singapore Computer Applicationssyllabus, with a focused answer for each one. Click any dot point for a worked explainer, past exam questions, and links to related dot points. Written by Claude Opus 4.8, Anthropic's latest AI.
Digital Citizenship and Safety
Module overview →- What are copyright and plagiarism, and how do I use other people's work online responsibly?Explain copyright and plagiarism, use licensed or permitted content, credit sources correctly, and avoid copying work without permission8 min answer →
- What is my digital footprint, why does it last, and how do I behave well toward others online?Explain what a digital footprint is and why it is lasting, manage your online reputation, and apply good netiquette when communicating online8 min answer →
- How do I create strong passwords and protect my accounts from being broken into?Create strong, unique passwords, keep them safe, and use extra protections such as two-factor authentication to secure accounts8 min answer →
- How do I recognise online scams and malware, and what should I do to protect my devices and data?Recognise common online scams such as phishing, identify and prevent malware, and take protective steps such as updates, antivirus and backups9 min answer →
- How do I stay safe online, protect my personal information and behave responsibly toward others?Describe safe and responsible online behaviour, protect personal information and privacy, and respond appropriately to risks such as oversharing and cyberbullying8 min answer →
Presentations and Media
Module overview →- How do I add and arrange images, audio and video on slides, and credit them properly?Insert and arrange images, audio and video on slides, resize and position them tidily, and credit sources, keeping file sizes sensible8 min answer →
- How do I build a clear slideshow with a sensible structure, readable text and the right amount on each slide?Create a slideshow with a clear structure, add and order slides, and write concise slide text that supports the spoken message8 min answer →
- How do I use a slide master, themes and layouts to give every slide a consistent, professional look?Apply a slide master, theme and slide layouts, and use colour, contrast and alignment so a presentation looks consistent and is easy to read8 min answer →
- How do I use slide transitions and animations to support a presentation without distracting the audience?Apply slide transitions and object animations purposefully, control their timing, and avoid overuse so they support rather than distract from the message8 min answer →
Spreadsheets and Charts
Module overview →- How do I use built-in functions such as SUM, AVERAGE, MAX, MIN, COUNT and IF to calculate quickly in a spreadsheet?Use common built-in functions, including SUM, AVERAGE, MAX, MIN, COUNT and IF, with cell ranges to summarise and test data9 min answer →
- How do I turn spreadsheet data into a clear chart, and how do I choose the right chart type for the data?Create charts from spreadsheet data, choose a suitable chart type, and label the chart with a title, axis labels and a legend8 min answer →
- How do I enter data into a spreadsheet and format cells so numbers, dates and money are clear and correct?Enter data into a spreadsheet and apply cell formatting, including number, currency, percentage and date formats, borders and column width, to present data clearly8 min answer →
- How do I write formulas in a spreadsheet, and when should I use a relative reference versus an absolute reference?Write formulas using cell references and arithmetic operators, and choose between relative and absolute references so formulas copy correctly9 min answer →
- How do I sort and filter data in a spreadsheet to put it in order and show only the rows I need?Sort data by one or more columns and apply filters to display only rows meeting chosen criteria, keeping rows of data together8 min answer →
The Internet and Email
Module overview →- How does cloud storage let me save, access and share files, and work together on the same document?Explain cloud storage and online collaboration, how to save, sync and share files with chosen permissions, and the benefits and risks involved8 min answer →
- What is the internet, how is it different from the web, and what basic parts let a browser load a page?Describe what the internet and the World Wide Web are, the role of browsers, web addresses and servers, and the difference between the internet and the web8 min answer →
- How do I search the web effectively and judge whether a website is reliable before I trust it?Use a search engine effectively with good keywords, refine searches, and evaluate websites for reliability before using the information8 min answer →
- How do I write and send email properly, use To, Cc and Bcc and attachments, and follow good email etiquette?Compose and send email with a clear subject and message, use To, Cc and Bcc and attachments correctly, and apply good email etiquette8 min answer →
Web and Media Design
Module overview →- How do I work with audio and video files, do simple edits, and keep file sizes sensible for sharing online?Work with audio and video files, perform simple edits such as trimming, choose suitable formats, and keep file sizes sensible for sharing online8 min answer →
- How do I edit and save images for the web so they look good but load quickly?Edit images by cropping and resizing, choose suitable file formats, and compress images so they load quickly while still looking clear8 min answer →
- What is HTML, how do tags work, and how do I use basic tags to structure a simple web page?Explain what HTML is and use basic tags for headings, paragraphs, lists, links and images to structure a simple web page9 min answer →
- How do I plan a simple web page so it has a clear purpose, audience, structure and easy navigation?Plan a simple web page or small site, identifying purpose and audience, sketching a layout and structure, and planning clear navigation8 min answer →
Word Processing and Documents
Module overview →- How do I create a clear, well-formatted document and use character and paragraph formatting to make it easy to read?Create a document and apply character and paragraph formatting, including fonts, bold and italic, alignment, line spacing and styles, to make text clear and consistent8 min answer →
- How can I use mail merge to send the same letter to many people, with each copy personalised automatically?Use mail merge to combine a main document with a data source, inserting merge fields to produce personalised letters or labels for many recipients8 min answer →
- How do I control the layout of a page using margins, orientation, columns, headers and footers and page breaks?Set up page layout, including margins, orientation, page size, columns, headers and footers, page numbers and page breaks, to present a document professionally8 min answer →
- How do I check and finish a document using spell check, find and replace, word count and saving in the right format?Use proofing and document tools, including spell and grammar check, find and replace, word count, and saving and exporting in suitable file formats8 min answer →
- How do I organise information clearly using tables, and bulleted and numbered lists, in a document?Insert and format tables, and create bulleted and numbered lists, to organise information clearly in a document8 min answer →